Black · Festival · Boston, Massachusetts
African Festival of Boston
2027 dates not announced yet · usually August
About African Festival of Boston
The 16th annual African Festival of Boston, a free all-day celebration of African arts and culture on Boston Common. It features drumming, traditional dance, fashion, food and artisan vendors.
What to expect
Cultural festivals like this one bring a community's food, music, dance, art and traditions to a public space, usually with performers, local vendors and community organizations.
African Festival of Boston has included drumming, traditional dance, fashion, food and art and vendors.
The organizer lists it as free to attend.
The organizer has not announced dates for 2027 yet. In 2026 it was held August 15, 2026.
- Drumming
- Traditional dance
- Fashion
- Food
- Art and vendors
Where it happens
African Festival of Boston is held at Boston Common in Boston, Massachusetts. It is one of 26 cultural festivals in Massachusetts on this calendar.
Other nearby festivals
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Questions about African Festival of Boston
- When is African Festival of Boston 2027?
- The organizer has not announced 2027 dates yet. In 2026 it was held August 15, 2026.
- Where is African Festival of Boston held?
- African Festival of Boston takes place at Boston Common in Boston, Massachusetts.
- Is African Festival of Boston free?
- Yes. The organizer lists African Festival of Boston as free to attend.
- What happens at African Festival of Boston?
- Events have included: drumming, traditional dance, fashion, food, art and vendors.
- What other cultural festivals are near Boston?
- The closest others on this calendar are 50th Israel Folkdance Festival of Boston in Boston, MA (same city); Boston Asian American Film Festival in Boston, MA (same city); Boston Dragon Boat Festival in Boston, MA (same city).
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